NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,505,547

6 Beds
5.5 Baths
2,417 Sq Ft
$623/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 28, 2023

Last sale price $1,300,000 $538 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,168/month

370 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Boat Dock
  • Antique Architecture
  • 3-minute walk to Owen Park

About This Home

As of April 2023

The famed '1720 House' has been welcoming guests to Vineyard Haven and Martha's Vineyard as a private residence/B&B for generations. Built in 1720, it is the oldest home in Vineyard Haven, and was previously known as the Timothy Chase House when moved to Vineyard Haven harbor from West Tisbury (1800s). The property extends from Main Street to William Street and is part of the William Street Historic District. Beautifully sited to take advantage of the morning and afternoon sun, nicely set back from the road behind a graceful circular driveway, (it is a living testimony to the island's rich history. A comfortably sized lot offers privacy, a garage, shed all within a short distance of shops, MV Playhouse, VH Library and ferry. Close by are Owen Park, town dock/harbor/ beach. The character of the architecture remains intact along with its 2 brick chimneys. wide, colonial-era-style floorboards, gunstock posts, beamed ceilings, lattice windows showcase its historic pedigree, warm atmosphere. A majestic copper beach, which beckoned mariners in bygone days, still stands, providing a stately welcome to the new Owner who finds safe harbor here.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elise Ryan

LandVest MV License #448012350 Listed on: 02/25/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Sheila Morse

Island Real Estate License #448001484

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,100

Year Built

  • Built in 1720 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R10

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Unpaved Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • 2,417 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Linen Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Docks
  • Patio

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Private Sewer

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Property is near a golf course

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6D/1

Community Details

Recreation

  • Boat Dock
  • Marina
  • Beach
  • Tennis Courts

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Common Area

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,100

Year Built

Built in 1720 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1720
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Directions: Go up Main Street (direction of the West Chop Lighthouse), up the hill as you pass Owen Park, flagpole & boats moored in the harbor on Right, continue about 3 houses et voilA the 1720 House on Left.
  • Architectural Style: Antique
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Cer. Historic
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Other Water Heater, Water Heater
  • Basement: Cape Cod
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Interior Amenities: Linen Closet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Other, Wood
  • Living Area: 2417
  • Stories: 2
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 146.3
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, View, Shared Full Bath
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings, Private Half Bath, Dining Room, Closet, Built-in Features
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Kitchen Description: Floor: Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 162.274
  • Bedroom 2 Description: Floor: Carpet
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Bedroom 4, Private Full Bath, Closet
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 168.91
  • Primary Bedroom Description: Fireplace: Wood Burning,Floor: Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bedroom 2, Shared Full Bath, Closet
  • Master Bedroom Features: Beamed Ceilings, Private Full Bath, Closet, Cabinets, Built-in Features
  • Room Kitchen Features: Built-in Features, Kitchen, Pantry, Dining Area
  • Room Living Room Area: 341.81
  • Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings, Living Room, Built-in Features
  • Room Kitchen Area: 167.64
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 162.274
  • Room Dining Room Area: 189.1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Underground Sprinkler, Outdoor Shower, Other, Garden
  • Fencing: Fenced, Fenced/Enclosed
  • Lot Features: Conservation Area, Shopping, School, Near Golf Course, Public Tennis, Medical Facility, In Town Location, Harbor, Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Clapboard, Other
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Patio
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Asphalt, Pitched

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Direct Access, Off Street, Shell, Unpaved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water, Other
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Beach, Rubbish Removal, Tennis Court(s), Common Area, Marina, Dock
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R10
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12197
  • Parcel #: 6D/1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9100
  • Tax Book Number: 1609

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2006
Sold by
Epstein Roger
Bought by
Hirsch Abby
Current Estimated Value
$1,505,547

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2004
Sold by
Hirsch Abby
Bought by
Epstein Roger

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 1997
Sold by
Hehre Frederick W
Bought by
Hirsch Abby

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1993
Sold by
Bagley Vicki
Bought by
Hirsch Abby
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hirsch Abby -- --
Hirsch Abby -- --
Epstein Roger -- --
Epstein Roger -- --
Hirsch Abby $60,000 --
Hirsch Abby $60,000 --
Hirsch Abby $1,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Marthas Vineyard Playhous $600,000
Closed Marthas Vineyard Playhous $600,000
Previous Owner Hirsch Abby $200,000
Previous Owner Hirsch Abby $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Sold $1,300,000 -13.0% $538 / Sq Ft
09/28/2022 09/28/22 Price Changed $1,495,000 -10.7% $619 / Sq Ft
07/07/2022 07/07/22 Price Changed $1,675,000 -10.7% $693 / Sq Ft
02/25/2022 02/25/22 For Sale $1,875,000 +91.3% $776 / Sq Ft
01/03/2022 01/03/22 Sold $980,000 -- $406 / Sq Ft
Source: Martha's Vineyard MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $11,574 $1,527,900 $671,000 $856,900
2024 $11,574 $1,450,400 $972,500 $477,900
2023 $10,394 $1,420,000 $926,100 $493,900
2022 $0 $1,044,100 $657,300 $386,800
2021 $0 $1,048,400 $657,300 $391,100
2020 $7,926 $1,048,400 $657,300 $391,100
2019 $8,029 $1,048,400 $657,300 $391,100
2018 -- $1,027,300 $636,200 $391,100
2017 -- $1,165,700 $706,900 $458,800
2016 -- $1,091,400 $632,600 $458,800
2015 $4,433 $967,500 $508,700 $458,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Martha's Vineyard MLS

MLS Number: 32200047

Martha

APN: TISB-000006D-000000-000001